Sony factory in Japan makes a PlayStation 4 every 30 seconds, mostly with robots
An assembly line in a Sony factory in Kisarazu, Japan, which features a total of 32 robots, takes only 30 seconds to assemble a complete PlayStation 4 console.
EVO 2020 online tournament canceled after allegations against co-founder
The EVO 2020 online tournament was canceled after developers withdrew their participation due to the sexual abuse allegations against co-founder Joey Cuellar.
Death threats against The Last of Us Part II voice actor reveal the worst of us
Laura Bailey, the voice actor of Abby in The Last of Us Part II, has bafflingly been receiving abhorrent death threats for what her character did in the game.
Every Mermaid set DIY recipe Pascal the otter rewards in Animal Crossing
Pascal the otter is floating around Animal Crossing islands now, and he's keeping the mermaid set recipes close to his chest. Here's the full DIY recipe list.
Sega Genesis Mini is 50% off for 4th of July — only $40
With classic 42 games and easy plug-and-play connectivity, the Sega Genesis Mini system provides hours of gameplay and is 50% off at Amazon — only $40
Here’s how to unlock all the secret levels in Minecraft Dungeons and its DLC
Minecraft Dungeons has almost twice as many stages as the select screen lets on. Here's how to unlock them all to find some new and exclusive, powerful loot.
Here’s every new item you can get from Pirate Gulliver in Animal Crossing today
Gulliver has undergone a career change. Find him on your Animal Crossing beach, and you can earn loads of new Pirate set rewards. Here's the complete list.
IGDA issues statement on sexual abuse in the game industry
The International Game Developers Association released a statement in response to the series of sexual harassment allegations within the gaming industry.
Next-gen game prices are jumping to $70. It’s about time.
Next-generation consoles are expected to bring about the first software price increase in 18 years. It could be a great, and overdue, thing for the industry.
GTA makes a run for gaming’s triple crown — and will likely achieve it
The legendary franchise has redefined what success is in the gaming industry and could become a staple game across three console generations.
PlayStation suspends Facebook advertising until end of month
PlayStation has announced it's joining the global StopHateForProfit campaign against Facebook and hate speech with companies like Honda, Coca-Cola, and Ford.
Fallout TV series coming to Amazon from Westworld creators
Westworld creators Lisa Joy and Jonah Nolan are working on a series for Amazon based on the Fallout video games. Details are scarce at the moment.
Iron Man VR Review: Bringing the summer blockbuster home
Iron Man VR isn't a new superhero gold standard due to technical limitations, but its creative motion controls offer satisfying moments of heroism.
Ubisoft launches urban battle royale game Hyper Scape
A new battle royale game from developer Ubisoft has launched on Twitch. Dubbed Hyper Scape, it promises to deliver an urban battle royale experience to players.
Best Buy 4th of July Sale 2020: All the best deals, all in one place
The Best Buy 4th of July Sale is now live, and we have links to each segment, along with our choices of the best deals on offer.
Apple Arcade teeters on irrelevance as it desperately seeks ‘engagement’
Apple seeks to up Arcade's engagement, but its search for revenue might force the subscription to abandon its mission.
Happily Ever Avatar: How HBO Max series found love connections in gaming world
In HBO Max's documentary series Happily Ever Avatar, couples experience the trials and tribulations of real-world love after meeting in their favorite games.
Dreams’ PSVR addition is being used to show carbon footprint
PlayStation VR is coming to Media Molecule's Dreams in late July and will bring with it several gadgets, PlayStation Move Controller compatibility, and more.
What you should know about the Summer Game Fest
The Summer Game Fest involves a series of gaming previews, which includes EA Play Live 20, the Future of Gaming PS5 reveal, and a special Developers Showcase.
PlayStation begins a new initiative touting indie games
PlayStation has created a new initiative aimed at players and meant to highlight independent developers and their new games, called PlayStation Indies.
Minecraft Dungeons’ first DLC pack, Jungle Awakens, is now available
Minecraft Dungeons' First DLC Pack, featuring new items, enemies, and fun, is called Jungle Awakens and it's available for purchase now on all major consoles.
Contraband contracts guide for Call of Duty: Warzone
Contraband Contracts are new in Call of Duty: Warzone, and this guide will teach you how they work, where to acquire them, and what you get for completing them.
The best games for a 4K HDR TV
There's little consistency between games when it comes to 4K and HDR support. We've done the work for you, though. Here are 10 games to show off your HDR TV.
Death Stranding’s PC port is great. That’s good news for Horizon Zero Dawn fans
The PC port of Death Stranding won’t leave you disappointed. It offers smooth gameplay even on modest hardware, and Nvidia’s DLSS 2.0 gives a performance boost.
The Last of Us Part II: All journal entry locations
The main collectibles in The Last of Us Part II are artifacts, but you'll need every journal entry, as well, for the Archivist trophy. Here's how to find them.
Set down your controller and read these 15 great books about video games
From broad books on video game history to deep-dives on specific games and their development, these are the most interesting books about video games out today.
Amazon’s Crucible, released in May, returning to closed beta
Although Crucible, published by Amazon, was released in mid-May, the game is going back to closed beta on July 1 after suffering from numerous issues starting.
Discord rebrands as a chat app, distances itself from gaming
Discord is moving away from gamers and expanding its message as simply a place for everyone to get together, talk, and interact with each other in a safe way.
EA releases statement on sexual abuse in the gaming industry
Electronic Arts released a statement on Monday about how to report sexual abuse amid a flurry of allegations within the gaming industry, starting at Twitch.
Xbox Live GM Dan McCulloch leaving company after 15 years
Xbox Live GM Dan McCulloch is leaving Microsoft after 15 years. His career started in partnerships and he worked his way through new technologies at Microsoft
Fortnite finally leaves Early Access nearly three years after launch
Fortnite has been in early access since its launch in July 2017, but it's now shedding that tag. Epic Games also said its Save the World PvE will be premium.
Nintendo president apologizes for Joy-Con drift
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa formally apologized for the Nintendo Joy-Con controller drift and acknowledged "any trouble caused" to its customers.
Here are some of the easiest ways to earn credits in Star Wars Battlefront II
Earning Credits in Star Wars: Battlefront II can be tricky, but this guide will teach you the fastest way to earn them across the game's multiplayer modes.
Twitch reportedly bans Dr Disrespect. What’s going on?
The controversial streamer’s channel disappeared, leading to a swirl of rumors. Here's everything we know about why he was banned and the likely consequences.
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